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Apple CEO Tim Cook introduced John Ternus, his replacement to Pikachu yesterday at the Apple Park headquarters in Cupertino, California. Pikachu is a famous yellow, mouse-like Electric-type creature that serves as the official mascot of Nintendo and Game Freak’s...

Here are some of the latest hardware and accessory announcements: ° WaterField Designs has introduced the $229 Traverse Sling, a compact 2.5-liter crossbody built around a three-quarter diagonal zipper that opens the main compartment wide for a clear view...

Here are some of the latest software announcements. ° MacPlus Software has announced Stage View 2, the new version of the app that adds window previews to Stage Manager on macOS. The update is free for everyone who previously purchased Stage View.Your existing...

Jamie Dornan, star of Apple’s upcoming crime thriller series “12 12 12,” is set to star opposite Zoë Kravitz and Adèle Exarchopoulos in their mystery movie from “My Old Ass” helmer Megan Park, reports Deadline.  No word on what role he’ll play....

Apple has released Safari Technology Preview 251. There are no release notes on what’s new in the update. Safari Technology Preview is a standalone app that works side-by-side with the current version of Safari, so you can continue to use and reference the...

Resolution Games has announced that Qix, the iconic arcade classic from Taito, has joined the growing lineup of retro games available in Retrocade at Apple Arcade. Originally released in arcades in 1981, Qix challenges players to claim territory across the playfield...

Special Master Jose Linares has rejected the Department of Justice’s request to reconsider his decision allowing Apple to seek documents from 14 separate government agencies in the antitrust case against the company, reports 9to5Mac.  In July the US Department of...

The new Mac mini and Mac Studio models announced by Apple this week will come with macOS 27 Golden Gate, according to Daring Fireball‘s John Gruber. “All are slated to ship with MacOS 27 Golden Gate. On a background briefing for these new desktops yesterday, I asked...

Speaking of Sneaky Sasquatch, Apple has announced a crossover of the “Sneaky Sasquatch” and “Subway Surfers” games. Through October 7, Sneaky Sasquatch transforms the iconic world of Subway Surfers+ with the charm and aesthetic of the hit open-world Arcade game, says...

Apple has filed for a patent for “online modeling for real-time facial animation.” It involves the company’s and Animoji and Memoji. Animojis allow a user to choose an avatar (e.g., a puppet) to represent themselves. The Animoji can move and talk as if it were a video...

As noted by MacRumors, Apple is seeking trademarks for Sneaky Sasquatch merchandise, including clothing, costumes, watches, jewelry, books, trading cards, bags, lunchboxes, bedding, towels, and more.  Apple’s request was filed on March 25 and is now under...

Apple’s next big iPhone event will be held on Wednesday, September 9. In the US invite to the media, the tagline is “Surprise and Shine.” However, as noted by MacRumors, the tagline is different in other areas. To wit: U.S., UK, NZ, Australia, Ireland, India, Canada –...

Apple has announced that it’s expanding training and skill development programs for supplier employees in Vietnam, through the deployment of a new education center in Hanoi and expanding the set of development courses at the supplier’s facilities.  Apple...

Mobile trade-in programs returned US$1.43 billion to U.S. consumers in the second quarter of 2026, helping offset the cost of upgrading as Americans hold onto smartphones longer than ever, according to new data released by Assurant, Inc., a global protection...

Apple has been granted a patent for “Devices With Enhanced Audio.” The goal is to make the speakers on its various devices — including the iMac and Studio Display — even better. About the patent In the patent, Apple notes that many audio/visual output devices and...

Apple TV has revealed a first look at its upcoming heist drama “12 12 12,” starring and executive produced by Emmy Award nominee Anthony Mackie and Golden Globe and Critics Choice Awards nominee Jamie Dornan.  The eight-episode original series will premiere...

Virginia is the latest state to allow residents to add their driver’s license to the Apple Wallet.  Adding an ID in Apple WalletWest Virginians can securely add their West Virginia driver’s license or state ID in Apple Wallet by tapping the Add (+) button at the...

Since I can’t cover everything, here are some recommended articles from some other neat sites: ° From AppleInsider: If you’re going to Apple’s “Surprise and Shine” event, there’s a “Welcome Run.” ° From TechRadar: Apple already has everything it needs to make a...

If you dial Apple Support’s phone number 1-800-APL-CARE from the U.S. or Canada, “there is a good chance that an AI-powered support assistant will now answer,” according to MacRumors. From the article: While many of Apple’s phone systems already had a basic automated...

Apple’s next big iPhone event — dubbed “Surprise and Shine” in invites — will be held on Wednesday, September 9, at the Apple Park headquarters in Cupertino, California. The shindig, which is for the media and analysts, will start at 10 am (Pacific) Apple is expected...

Apple’s iPhone 17 was the world’s best-selling smartphone in the second quarter of 2026, capturing 6% of global smartphone unit sales, according to Counterpoint Research’s Global Handset Model Sales Tracker.  Apple and Samsung each secured five spots in the top...

MEA [Middle East and Africa] smartphone shipments declined 10% year-over-year (YoY) in the second quarter of 2026, a quarter with no sales-driving occasion to support demand, according to new data from Counterpoint Research. But there was good news for Apple....

MacRumors notes that Apple has emailed some customers who recently ordered a Mac mini with an M4 chip that has yet to ship that it will be upgrading their order to an equivalent version of the new Mac mini with an M6 chip at no additional cost. From the email: Thank...

Apple continues to push back against OpenAI’s trying to delay the trade theft lawsuit, saying delays cause more harm every day, reports AppleInsider. In a new filing, Apple says that OpenAI has agreed to key depositions, but proposes that “they occur only once,...

Ahead of Apple’s expected iPhone 18 Pro launch, SellCell, a company that sells used phones, surveyed 2,000 US iPhone users about their trade-in plans and reviewed historic iPhone trade-in prices around recent Apple launches. Here are key findings from the report:...

BenQ has introduced two new additions to its ScreenBar lineup, each designed for a specific type of workspace. They are: iScreenBar (US$189): The first monitor light bar designed specifically for the iMac, made to look and feel like a natural extension of Apple’s...

Addigy, which specializes in Apple device management for managed service providers (MSPs) and IT teams, has announced a strategic partnership with Leader Cloud, a distributor that services more than 4,000 MSPs throughout Australia.  Through the partnership, MSPs...

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Since I can’t cover everything, here are some recommended articles from some other neat sites: ° From Macworld: It’s Tim Cook’s last week on the job. Let’s review his career. ° From T3: The iPhone Ultra has already been revealed by one retailer, although...

Apple’s iPads dominate the “best tablets to buy” list from Consumer Reports. They have 13 spots in the top 26 recommendations. The 11-inch iPad Pro with WiFi and Cellular tops the list of best 9-inch and larger tablets with an overall score of 86 out of 100. The iPad...